2008 Honda Element vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
